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Abstract #4544

Single-Shot Propeller Turbo Spin Echo EPI with Model-Based Distortion Correction for Ultra Fast Abdominal T2 Mapping

Zhitao Li1, Congyu Liao2, Xiaozhi Cao2, Kawin Setsompop2, and Shreyas Vasanawala2
1Department of Radiology, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, United States, 2Department of Radiology, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA, United States

Synopsis

Keywords: Quantitative Imaging, Relaxometry, T2 Mapping, EPI, Distortion Correction, Liver

Motivation: T2 mapping is limited by slow acquisition speed and/or are susceptible to motion artifacts, this study aims to develop a ultra fast T2 mapping technique for abdominal imaging.

Goal(s): This study explores the possibility of using a single-shot propeller TSE EPI sequence for abdominal T2 mapping with model-based reconstruction technique for EPI distortion correction with a self-generated B0 map.

Approach: The distortion technique is tested both on the brain and abdominal contrast images. T2 mapping with distortion correction is validated in the abdomen.

Results: The proposed technique is able to generate distortion-corrected images, and provide accurate T2 maps of the liver.

Impact: This preliminary study showed the feasibility to provide distortion-corrected T2 maps from a single-shot TSE EPI sequence with a speed of <0.5 seconds/slice. The early results showed that this technique can significantly reduce distortion and provide accurate liver T2 maps.

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